December weather forecast
Sovereign, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sovereign, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Sovereign, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sovereign, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sovereign, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

During December, Sovereign experiences an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sovereign, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sovereign, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sovereign have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sovereign, WV

Average temperature in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sovereign, WV

Average pressure in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sovereign, WV

Average wind speed in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Sovereign, WV

Average humidity in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Sovereign, WV

Average rainfall in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Sovereign, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sovereign, WV

Average snowfall in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sovereign, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sovereign, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sovereign, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sovereign, WV

Average UV index in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sovereign, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Sovereign, WV

Average visibility in December - Sovereign, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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